Tag Archives: John 3:16

Jesus Says, “I Will Give You Rest” not “I Will Give You More Burdens”

Posted on March 4, 2019 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Many say the foundational passage of the New Testament is John 3:16. Even young children can quote it: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish … Continue reading →

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A Gentle Alternative to Punishment in Hell for Those Who Reject God’s Offer of Eternal Life—Conditional Immortality

Posted on October 22, 2018 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Some believers (like me) think it likely that everyone who ever lived will have opportunity, with a clear mind free of confusion and misinformation, to understand God’s love and his offer of eternal life. This might be during their lifetime … Continue reading →

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Will Everyone Live Forever with God After Death? Not Necessarily!

Posted on June 5, 2017 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Recently we discussed whether people of other religions, or those who have never heard, participate in the life after death that Jesus offers us or whether this life is available to only the limited number of people who respond to … Continue reading →

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How So Many Believers Completely Misunderstand God’s Love in John 3:16

Posted on January 23, 2017 by jesuswithoutbaggage

I suppose most believers think John 3:16 is one of the most wonderful passages in the Bible—and I agree! This passage tells of God’s love for us in a very proactive way. This is why “John 3:16” is found everywhere: … Continue reading →

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Why Did Jesus Die on the Cross?

Posted on March 7, 2016 by jesuswithoutbaggage

We talked last time about three atonement theories that I believe are woefully misguided and miss the point of Jesus’ death completely: The Ransom Theory, the Satisfaction Theory, and the Substitutionary Atonement Theory (Penal Substitution). All three are inadequate to … Continue reading →

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God is not Angry and Harsh with Us as Many of Us Thought

Posted on May 18, 2015 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Do you think God is angry, harsh, and vindictive toward us? Millions of people do, and I used to believe it myself—for good reason. All the preachers, teachers, and other church leaders taught that he is; if we don’t walk … Continue reading →

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What is the Good News of Jesus Anyway?

Posted on May 4, 2015 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Nearly all fundamentalists and evangelicals promote some concept of the Good News—also called the Gospel. In fact, the words ‘evangelical’ and ‘evangelism’ are taken directly from the New Testament Greek word for good news. But what, exactly, is the Good … Continue reading →

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John 3:16 Reconsidered

Posted on September 24, 2013 by jesuswithoutbaggage

John 3:16 is often considered the jewel of the Bible—a synopsis of the entire message of the Good News. I agree! It is a beautiful passage: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, … Continue reading →

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I Will Give You Rest—Not More Burdens

Posted on January 21, 2013 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Many say the foundational passage of the New Testament is John 3:16. Even young children can quote it: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish … Continue reading →

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